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New Releases by Gail Gibbons

Gail Gibbons is the author of Groundhog Day! (New & Updated) (2007), The Quilting Bee (2004), Christmas Is... (2002), My Football Book (2000), My Baseball Book (2000).

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Groundhog Day! (New & Updated)

release date: Aug 15, 2007
Groundhog Day! (New & Updated)
Will he see his shadow? Will spring come early or late? But most importantly-- what does a groundhog have to do with the weather? Every year on February 2nd, people all across the United States watch groundhogs come out of their burrows-- especially in the town of Punxsutawney-- trying to figure out if the weather will stay cold, or begin to warm up. In Groundhog Day!, children''s nonfiction master Gail Gibbons delves into the history behind this unusual holiday, and examines the ancient traditions that evolved into our modern holiday. With her signature combination of simple, clear text and bright illustrations, Gibbons introduces everything you need to know about groundhogs, too-- what they eat, where they live, and how they raise their young. An overview of different Groundhog Day traditions around the country is included, as well as a page of groundhog trivia. A perfect introduction to this unique celebration!

The Quilting Bee

release date: May 11, 2004
The Quilting Bee
Design, snip, clip . . . Welcome to the quilting bee! With the help of popular author/illustrator Gail Gibbons, you''ll learn how quilts are made and discover their fascinating history as well as lots of fun facts. Back in colonial times, quilting bees were important social functions, combining both work and pleasure. They still exist today and attract thousands of snippers, clippers, and stitchers from all walks of life. Some traditional quilt patterns have funny names: Trip Around the World, Bear''s Paw, Crazy Quilt. Today''s quilt makers also use their imaginations to create new designs that are works of art. Here''s the book to get you started in the wonderful world of quilts. Maybe you''ll want to make one of your own!

Christmas Is...

release date: Sep 01, 2002
Christmas Is...
All of a beloved holiday''s history and traditions are collected in a colorful, accessible introduction. Christmas is many things to many people. It celebrates the birth of the Christ Child. It is also Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus, angels, lights, Christmas trees, cards, carols, presents, and prayers. In this festive introduction to the traditions and history of a favorite holiday, an award-winning author celebrates the many facets of this wonderful time, including the most important...peace, love and joy.

My Football Book

release date: Aug 22, 2000
My Football Book
Football is fun--let''s play! Find all the basics in this lively guide. The markings on a football field What football players wear The positions, from quarterback to wide receiver The excitement of the kickoff The thrill of scoring a touchdown All these and more are included with a useful glossary at the end.

My Baseball Book

release date: Mar 01, 2000
My Baseball Book
Baseball is fun - let''s play! Find all the basics in this lively guide. The markings on a baseball diamond What baseball players wear The positions, from catcher to left fielder The excitement of the pitch The thrill of hitting a home run All these and more are included, with a useful glossary at the end.

My Soccer Book

release date: Mar 01, 2000
My Soccer Book
Soccer is fun - let''s play! Find all the basics in this lively guide. The markings on a soccer field What soccer players wear The positions, from forward to goalkeeper The excitement of pasing a ball The thrill of making a goal All these and more are included, with a useful glossary at the end.

Behold...the Dragons!

release date: Apr 28, 1999
Behold...the Dragons!
We don''t believe in dragons anymore, but we continue to celebrate these fantastic creatures in stories, movies and songs. In fact dragons are so popular there is a science just to study them! In a book that is carefully researched, brimming with energy and charm, and full of interesting facts, best-selling author and illustrator Gail Gibbons presents dragons from cultures all over the world -- their origins, their place in mythology and folktales, and the reasons why they are still so fascinating today.

Soaring with the Wind

release date: Mar 16, 1998
Soaring with the Wind
A majestic bird swoops down, snatches its prey, then soars into the clouds. It is a bald eagle, one of North America''s largest hunting birds. For centuries the bald eagle has been a symbol of majesty, strength, and freedom. In 1782 it became the official emblem of the United States. Yet now this fierce hunter is in danger of extinction. Gail Gibbons''s thoroughly researched text and dramatic illustrations present the bald eagle in all its grandeur -- hunting, courting, nesting, and hatching -- with fascinating facts and statistics about this remarkable winged predator and the efforts to save it.

Nature's Green Umbrella

release date: Apr 24, 1997
Nature's Green Umbrella
"A scientifically accurate book which depicts the complex world of rain forests in easily understood text and sumptuous illustrations. The geography, climate and ecology of the rain forest are explained and the illustrations teem with the flora and fauna."--Children''s Literature. ???

Moon Book

release date: Jan 01, 1997

Dogs

release date: Jan 01, 1996
Dogs
An introduction to dogs including their history, types of breeds, senses, and ways of communication.

Reasons for Seasons

release date: Jan 01, 1995

Weather Forecasting

release date: Mar 31, 1993
Weather Forecasting
This fun and educational picture book describes forecasters at work in a weather station as they track and gauge the constant changes in the weather. Will I need my umbrella? Is it a good day for the beach? Will school close because of snow? These are the questions weather forecasters answer every day. They can tell us what the weather is doing at any time of the day or night. But how do they do it? Weather Forecasting tells how. With straightforward text and colorful pictures, this behind-the-scenes look at a modern weather station answers basic questions kids ask most, and makes weather forecasting more fun and accessible than ever.

The Planets

release date: Jan 01, 1993
The Planets
From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, Gail Gibbons takes children on a tour of our planetary neighbors--which are very different from each other in size, shape, orbit, and even weather. Since The Planets was first published in 1993, space exploration has resulted in many new achievements and discoveries. This new edition of The Planets reflects some of these wondrous advances, while still offering young readers a timeless and accessible look at our solar system.

Sharks (New & Updated Edition)

release date: Jan 01, 1992
Sharks (New & Updated Edition)
Are sharks really dangerous? How many kinds are there? And how do they help the environment? From huge whale sharks to tiny dwarf sharks, this book has everything you need to know about one of our most popular--and mysterious--sea creatures. Millions of years before the first dinosaurs walked the earth, the first sharks swam in the sea. Though they''re often feared and misunderstood, most sharks aren''t dangerous to humans. With her signature combination of accessible, kid-friendly text and clear, well-labeled illustrations, Gail Gibbons introduces many of the more than three hundred types of sharks in the ocean, and gives concise information about their habitats and physical characteristics.

From Seed to Plant

release date: Jan 01, 1991
From Seed to Plant
Flowers, trees, fruits—plants are all around us, but where do they come from? With simple language and bright illustrations, non-fiction master Gail Gibbons introduces young readers to the processes of pollination, seed formation, and germination. Important vocabulary is reinforced with accessible explanation and colorful, clear diagrams showing the parts of plants, the wide variety of seeds, and how they grow. The book includes instructions for a seed-growing project, and a page of interesting facts about plants, seeds, and flowers. A nonfiction classic, and a perfect companion for early science lessons and curious young gardeners. According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator." Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly. Her many honors include the Washington Post/Childrens Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award. From Seed to Plant was included in the Common Core State Standards Appendix B.

Sunken Treasure

release date: Mar 16, 1990
Sunken Treasure
A rotting hull of a ship...lost gold...coins...gems...Sunken Treasure! Today treasure hunting is a big business. Searchers use metal detectors and sonar to locate treasure on the ocean floor. Divers use high-powered machinery to uncover objects buried in the sand and to raise them to the surface. And more than just treasures are discovered. A whole window into the past is opened up. A salvage can take months or even years. But it''s worth it!

How a House Is Built

release date: Jan 01, 1990

Catch the Wind!

release date: Jan 01, 1990

Lights! Camera! Action!

release date: Mar 01, 1989
Lights! Camera! Action!
From finding a script and building the set through a film''s glamorous opening night, Gibbons takes young readers behind the scenes with her inside look at making a movie.

Tool Book

release date: Mar 01, 1988
Tool Book
A board book guide to tools and what they do from beloved nonfiction author Gail Gibbons. What are tools? How do they help us make things? For busy toddlers keen on building, Gail Gibbons presents the answers to those questions in this cheerful board book introduction to tools and what they do. From rulers, hammers, and saws, to drills, nuts, and bolts, Gibbons covers basic tools and shows them in action!

Sun Up, Sun Down

release date: Sep 07, 1987
Sun Up, Sun Down
Describes the characteristics of the sun and the ways in which it regulates life on earth.

The Post Office Book

The Post Office Book
Do you ever mail a letter and wonder what happens to it after you drop it in the box? Read all about the post office and learn how letters are weighed, sorted, transported, culled, canceled, coded, binned, boxed, and sorted once again. Find out how people and machines work together to deliver the letters you send. Children''s Books of 1982 (Library of Congress)

The Milk Makers

The Milk Makers
Explains how cows produce milk and how it is processed before being delivered to stores.

Halloween

Halloween
This book presents the many traditions associated with Halloween.
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